City of Des Plaines Government

08/12/2026

Declutter the eco-friendly way! Join us for the Community Paper Shredding Event THIS SATURDAY, August 15, from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the Public Works facility (1111 Joseph J. Schwab Road). Review the guidelines at desplainesil.gov/sustainability. 📄♻

Des Plaines Community Shred Event - August 15, 2026

08/11/2026

We are one week away from the final Round Up of the season! Join the City of Des Plaines for the Food Truck Round Up - August 2026 on Tuesday, August 18 from 5-8 p.m. at Library Plaza. Grab a bite to eat from the food trucks, shop from artisans, and say hi to the community tables while you listen to live music. Menus and more are available at desplainesil.gov/foodtruckroundup!

08/11/2026

It’s City Hall Selfie Day!

Today, we’re highlighting the people who make local government work every day. While some of our staff are pictured here at City Hall, our team extends across the city, with employees working in departments and facilities throughout Des Plaines.

Whether you made it into the selfie or not, thank you to everyone who serves our community and helps keep our city running.

08/10/2026

Get ready for a big adventure in a very small world! Honey, I Shrunk the Kids comes to the Des Plaines Theatre tomorrow night as part of our joint $1 Family Film Series. Join us at 7 p.m. as the Szalinski kids navigate their backyard after being accidentally shrunk to microscopic size.

Please note that tickets are cash only. Doors open at 6 p.m., and concessions will be available for purchase.

See the full lineup for this year's $1 Family Film Series at desplainesil.gov/movies.

08/05/2026

Don't forget! The 2nd Public Open House for the Oakton/Lee Corridor Action Plan is tomorrow.

Join the City of Des Plaines to review proposed concepts, share your ideas, and help guide future improvements related to development, walkability, parking, and business support.

The open house will be held tomorrow (August 6) from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers.

Whether you're a resident, business owner, or community member, your input is important. If you can't attend tomorrow's open house, there will be additional opportunities to provide feedback as the project moves forward.

08/04/2026

Calling all Wilderness Explorers! Up comes to the Des Plaines Theatre tonight as part of our joint $1 Family Film Series. Join us at 7 p.m. to follow Carl, Russell, Dug, and Kevin on Pixar's unforgettable adventure filled with heart, humor, and plenty of surprises.

Please note that tickets are cash only. Doors open at 6 p.m., and concessions will be available for purchase.

See the full lineup for this year's $1 Family Film Series at desplainesil.gov/movies.

08/04/2026

It's a beautiful day for National Night Out! Join us tonight (August 4) at Des Plaines Community Consolidated School District 62's Forest Elementary and Algonquin Middle School Campus to meet your first responders from the Des Plaines Police Department and Des Plaines Fire Department. Check out desplainesil.gov/nationalnightout for more information.

Join us TONIGHT (August 4) from 5-8 p.m. at National Night Out! There will be food trucks, police demonstrations, vehicles to explore, family activities, live music, and more on the grounds of Forest Elementary and Algonquin Middle School.

Food trucks include Hawaiian Food Truck, Pinoy Grill, Taste Greek Street Food, Kona Ice of SW Schaumburg, Soda Squeezed, and Spoon Burger.

Please note that 5th Ave. will be under construction, but the roadway will be safe to drive through for the event (southbound ONLY). Overflow parking will be available at Trinity Lutheran Church off Algonquin Road and accessible parking will be in the Algonquin Middle School lot.

Des Plaines Community Consolidated School District 62 is also hosting a Registration Night at Algonquin Middle School and a Paraeducator Job Fair at Westerhold Early Learning Center.

Learn more at desplainesil.gov/nationalnightout!

08/03/2026

The City Council will meet in person this evening at 7 p.m.

Stream the meeting online: desplainesil.gov/livestream
Find the meeting agenda: desplainesil.gov/agendas

07/28/2026

National Night Out will take place on Tuesday, August 4, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Forest Elementary School (1375 S. 5th Ave.) and Algonquin Middle School (767 E. Algonquin Rd.). Join the Des Plaines Police Department for this free, family-friendly event that brings neighbors and first responders together to build stronger community connections.

Enjoy specialty vehicles, a K-9 demonstration, food trucks, games, live entertainment, activities, and displays from local organizations. It’s a great opportunity to meet the people who protect and serve Des Plaines and learn more about the equipment and services that help keep our city safe.

The event footprint includes both school campuses and the adjoining green space. Free parking is available at both schools, with entrances off Forest Avenue and 5th Avenue.

For more information, visit our website at desplainesil.gov/nationalnightout.

07/27/2026

The scare floor is open! Monsters, Inc. comes to the Des Plaines Theatre tomorrow night as part of our joint $1 Family Film Series. Join us at 7 p.m. to watch Sulley, Mike Wazowski, and Boo in Pixar's heartwarming comedy about friendship, teamwork, and finding laughter where you least expect it.

Please note that tickets are cash only. Doors open at 6 p.m., and concessions will be available for purchase.

See the full lineup for this year's $1 Family Film Series at desplainesil.gov/movies.